University of Pittsburgh Athletics
Jansen, Gilman Honored with Postgraduate Scholarship Recognition
2/18/2026 4:00:00 PM | Men's Soccer, Swimming & Diving
PITTSBURGH – Pitt standouts Claire Jansen and Jackson Gilman are among 32 student-athletes selected by the Atlantic Coast Conference for Postgraduate Scholarship recognition as announced by the league office Wednesday afternoon. Both Jansen and Gilman were chosen as Weaver-James-Corrigan-Swofford Award recipients, with Gilman also earning a spot on the 2026 ACC Excellence Award List.
The ACC selected 32 student-athletes as 2026 Weaver-James-Corrigan-Swofford Postgraduate Scholarship Award recipients. In addition to those chosen as scholarship award recipients, additional student-athletes who plan to pursue professional careers in their chosen sports or career field of study were named to the 2026 ACC Excellence Award list.
"This year's class of ACC Postgraduate Scholarship recipients showcases the best of collegiate athletics," said ACC Commissioner Jim Phillips, Ph.D. "The student-athletes in the ACC consistently excel in both academics and athletics, as demonstrated by this remarkable group of individuals. Their dedication and commitment to excellence in competition and in the classroom is truly impressive. The future is extremely bright for these outstanding student-athletes, and we are excited to continue supporting them."
Claire Jansen is one of the most accomplished swimmers in Pitt swimming and diving history. The senior is a seven-time program record holder across multiple events and earned NCAA Honorable Mention All-American honors in the 100 backstroke during her junior season.
Jackson Gilman has been a cornerstone of the Pitt men's soccer program throughout his career. The senior served as team captain in each of the past two seasons and earned All-ACC honors three times. Gilman was recently selected 36th overall by Toronto FC in the MLS SuperDraft.
The Weaver-James-Corrigan-Swofford postgraduate scholarships are awarded to selected student-athletes who intend to pursue a graduate degree after completing their undergraduate requirements. Each recipient will receive $9,000 toward his or her graduate education. Those honored have performed with distinction in both the classroom and their respective sport while demonstrating exemplary conduct in the community and were approved by the league's Faculty Athletic Representatives (FARs).
To be eligible for ACC Postgraduate Scholarships, nominees must have distinguished themselves both academically and athletically with an overall minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or its equivalent. The student-athlete must have completed at least seven semesters and completed or will complete their baccalaureate degree at an ACC institution prior to receiving the postgraduate scholarship, and performed with distinction as a member of a varsity team specifically represented by local, conference, regional and/or national athletic recognition. The nominees also must have conducted themselves, both on and off the field, in a manner that has brought credit to themselves, their institution, intercollegiate athletics, and the ideals and objectives of higher education.
The ACC has selected postgraduate scholarship recipients annually since 1971. Over that time, the league has provided nearly $4.7 million to more than 1,000 ACC student-athletes.
Each member institution may nominate a maximum of two candidates to be eligible for the postgraduate scholarship awards. Institutions are recommended to nominate a student-athlete from one men's and one women's sport.
About the Weaver-James-Corrigan-Swofford Award
The Weaver-James-Corrigan-Swofford Award is named in honor of former ACC commissioners Jim Weaver, Bob James, Gene Corrigan, and John Swofford. The league's first commissioner, James H. Weaver, served the conference from 1954-70 after a stint as the Director of Athletics at Wake Forest. His early leadership and uncompromising integrity are largely responsible for the excellent reputation enjoyed by the ACC today.
Robert C. James, a former Maryland football player, was named commissioner in 1971 and served in that capacity for 16 years. During his tenure, the league continued to grow in stature and became recognized as a national leader in athletics and academics, winning 23 national championships and maintaining standards of excellence in the classroom.
Eugene F. Corrigan assumed his role as the third full-time commissioner on September 1, 1987, and served until August of 1997. During Corrigan's tenure, ACC schools captured 30 NCAA championships and two national football titles.
John Swofford was named the fourth commissioner of the ACC on July 1, 1997, and served until June 2021. He was instrumental in the launch of the ACC Network and addition of seven new members. ACC programs won 92 national titles in 19 sports while he was commissioner.
About the ACC Excellence Award
The ACC Excellence Award recognizes outstanding graduates from ACC member institutions. The goal of the award is to highlight the students embodying the student-athlete ideal. The brand of the ACC is our strong history of providing world-class education and competition. The awardees are exemplary students, athletes, and contributors to the community and society and serve as an example to their fellow students.
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